Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Agropur Cooperative; Le Sueur (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401(k) with company contributions

Advancement opportunities

Work/Life balance

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative in Le Sueur, MN seeks a Talent Acquisition Business Partner for a 6‑month seasonal contract to recruit hourly and specialized manufacturing staff. You will lead sourcing, screening, interviews and offers, partnering with site leaders to align talent with production goals and labor markets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of recruiting experience, plus familiarity with ATS tools and manufacturing recruitment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two years of recruiting experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing industry and hourly workers required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of recruitment for hourly positions, including sourcing, interviewing, assessments and offers.
• Develop recruitment strategies tailored to the manufacturing context, production goals and site needs.
• Partner with hiring managers and community organizations to build pipelines for local talent.
• Provide guidance on recruitment best practices and ensure a positive candidate experience while complying with regulations.

Skills

Recruiting

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ATS Tools

Job description

Job Type: Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, each role aims to generate value and have a tangible impact on collective performance.

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Talent Acquisition Business Partner will play a crucial role by identifying and attracting top talent to manufacturing operations. The primary focus will be on recruiting both general labour and specialized workers for various roles within a geographical area (which may include one to three manufacturing sites). This is a temporary 6-month contract position based at our Le Sueur, MN plant (hybrid).

Context to maximize your impact:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with 7% company contributions Advancement Opportunities Work/Life balance Salary range 004: $69,500-$86,900 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

Where you will drive value:

Work closely with the Plant Director to develop effective recruitment strategies tailored to the manufacturing context, production goals and local talent supply. Partner with hiring managers across different departments to customize talent attraction and recruitment strategies to business goals for hourly positions, specific to the site(s) you will be supporting. Maintain knowledge of external labour supply, market conditions and serve as recruitment subject matter expert by providing advice and support to managers throughout the recruitment and hiring process. Serve as community ambassadors to develop/maintain relationships with community organizations, technical schools, high schools, etc. to build long term, sustainable candidate pipelines. Demonstrate salesmanship on recruitment trips by representing the organization at industry and academic functions (career days, job fairs, scholarship awards, etc.). Lead all phases of the recruitment process for hourly positions (recruitment strategy, sourcing, candidate selection, interview, assessments and offer process) while ensuring a positive candidate experience. Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards and the needs of the organization. Coordinate offer details and extend both verbal and written offers. Stay current with new recruitment practices and methods, evaluating their relevance and recommending their use. Take part in various ad hoc staffing and/or corporate branding projects. Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment and hiring practices. Support EEOC, Diversity, and Affi... .

What will enable you to have an impact:

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required - Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered. Minimum two (2) years of experience in recruiting required. Knowledge of the manufacturing industry, including the unique challenges and requirements related to hourly workers, required. Familiarity with ATS tools for managing candidate pipelines, tracking progress, and ensuring compliance.

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

Agropur is an E-Verify Employer (US Operations).